Amnesty says air force responsible adamawa airstrike killed 35

According to a report by Amnesty International, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is responsible for an airstrike that killed at least 35 people in Adamawa State, Nigeria.

The airstrike occurred on January 27, 2022, in the village of Garkida, Adamawa State. The report by Amnesty International, which was released on February 14, 2022, found that the NAF's airstrike targeted a residential area, resulting in the deaths of at least 35 people, including women and children.

The report also found that the airstrike caused significant damage to homes and buildings in the area, leaving many people without shelter or access to basic necessities.

Amnesty International called on the Nigerian government to investigate the incident and hold those responsible accountable. The organization also urged the government to take steps to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.

It's worth noting that the Nigerian Air Force has denied responsibility for the airstrike, claiming that it was a mistake and that the target was a Boko Haram hideout. However, Amnesty International's investigation found that the airstrike was carried out in a residential area, and that there was no evidence of any Boko Haram presence in the area at the time of the strike.

The incident highlights the ongoing human rights concerns in Nigeria, particularly in the context of the conflict with Boko Haram. It also underscores the need for greater transparency and accountability in the conduct of military operations, and for measures to protect civilians from harm.